2025-02-18

Rear Suspension Arms - Rear Lower Fore Link (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3103030302 FRT 0.5 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 1457016-00-A KIT, SPRING COMPRESSOR, GEDORE
  • 1081765-00-A 3/4 TON UNDERHOIST STAND
  • 1459409-00-A ADAPTER, HUB JACK, MODEL 3

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Rear Suspension Arms - Rear Lower Fore Link (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Small bolts (x2) that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery
64 Nm (47.2 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
  • 3 in extension
  • 13 mm socket
 Reuse
Larger bolt that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery
125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
  • 6 in extension
  • 21 mm deep socket
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse
Bolt and nut that attach the LH rear lower fore link to knuckle
76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
  • 18 mm deep socket
  • 3 in extension
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Bolt and nut that attach the LH rear fore lower link to the subframe
76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Inspect the tires for abnormal wear.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Note any abnormal tire wear that could indicate the need for an alignment.
  2. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  3. Remove the LH rear suspension cover. See Rear Suspension Cover - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the mid aero shield panel. See Middle Aero Shield (Remove and Replace).
  5. Release the clips (x2) that attach the coolant hoses to the LH shear plate.
  6. Remove the small bolts (x2) that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 3 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
  7. Loosen the larger bolt that attaches the LH shear plate to the subframe, move the shear plate away, and then hand-tighten the bolt.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Moving the shear plate away creates the required space for removal of the subframe bolt of the rear lower fore link.
  8. Remove the bolt and nut that attach the LH rear lower fore link to knuckle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 18 mm deep socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  9. Remove the bolt and nut that attach the LH rear lower fore link to the subframe.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  10. Remove the LH rear lower fore link from vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the LH rear lower fore link onto the subframe, and then install and hand-tighten the bolt and nut.
  2. Position the LH rear lower fore link onto the knuckle, and then install and hand-tighten the bolt and nut.
  3. Install a spring compressor onto the LH rear suspension spring:
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Springs in a compressed state are under large amounts of energy. Refer to the Tool Profile for the spring compressor kit prior to performing this step for additional warnings and cautions.
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 2 in extension
  5. Install the hub jack adapter onto the LH rear hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts (x5).
  6. Position and raise the underhoist stand to simulate the suspension at ride height.
  7. Measure the distance between the bottom of the quarter panel and the center of the rear axle to make sure that the rear suspension is set to ride height. The distance should measure 428 mm.
  8. Tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH rear lower fore link to the LH rear knuckle. Mark the bolt with a paint pen.
    76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 18 mm deep socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  9. Tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH rear lower fore link to the subframe. Mark the bolt with a paint pen.
    76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  10. Remove the underhoist stand from underneath the LH rear suspension.
  11. Remove the lug nuts (x5) that attach the hub jack adapter, and then remove the hub jack adapter from the vehicle.
  12. Install the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  13. Remove the spring compressor from the LH rear suspension spring:
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Be careful while unloading the spring. Hold the spring horizontally and facing away from you.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Springs in a compressed state are under large amounts of energy. Refer to the Tool Profile for the spring compressor kit prior to performing this step for additional warnings and cautions.
  14. Move the LH shear plate back to its original position.
  15. Install and hand-tighten the small bolts (x2) that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery.
  16. Tighten the larger bolt that attaches the LH shear plate and subframe to the body. Mark the bolt with a paint pen.
    125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm deep socket
  17. Tighten the small bolts (x2) that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery.
    64 Nm (47.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 3 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
  18. Install the clips (x2) that attach the coolant hoses to the LH shear plate.
  19. Install the LH rear suspension cover. See Rear Suspension Cover - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Install the mid aero shield panel. See Middle Aero Shield (Remove and Replace).
  21. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  22. Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.